Attorney – FX Networks, Production Legal Affairs

The Walt Disney Company • Roy, CA

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

FX Networks is searching for a lawyer to work in the role of Attorney who will provide support in structuring, negotiating, drafting and advising on deals relating to the development and production of television programming.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1+ years of experience.
• Strong ability to work independently and to contribute positively as a collaborative member of a team, with a strong commitment to curiosity, learning, and excellence.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, discretion and sound judgment.
• Strong drafting, organization and time management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify and analyze legal issues and propose solutions and strategies for resolution.
• Excellent work ethic and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build professional, interdepartmental relationships at multiple levels.
• Desire to develop an in-depth understanding and knowledge of the television and streaming industry.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines/deliverables.
• J.D. and admission to California State Bar in good standing (or willingness and qualification to be a Registered In-House Counsel)

Nice To Haves

• Experience at a television network or studio and/or familiarity with production legal issues preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and guidance in connection with all legal issues related to the development and production of original content.
• Draft, review and negotiate agreements for the development and production of original live action and animated programming for exhibition on FX Networks.
• Analyze and research chain of title and other rights issues in connection with existing intellectual property.
• Provide guidance on basic intellectual property matters, claims, clearances, and other matters arising out of the day-to-day operations of a large television studio to Business Affairs, Creative, Production and other internal clients.
• Prepare nudity/simulated sex riders, guest talent riders and other documents.
• Liaise with internal business and creative clients, legal department contacts and other advisory departments within the company (Labor, Tax, Intellectual Property, etc.) as well as external talent attorneys and agents.
• Create, update, analyze, and manage forms and legal documents.

Benefits

• A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level